Healthcare Infection Prevention Specialist

3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeInfection Full time

As Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator, you will lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of infection prevention strategies across the hospital.

This role requires strong leadership, clinical expertise, and a proactive approach to maintaining high standards of safety and compliance.

You will report to the Quality, Risk and Education Services Manager and collaborate closely with department managers, clinical staff, and external stakeholders to ensure best practices in infection control are upheld.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the implementation and evaluation of the Infection Prevention and Control Program
  • Provide regular updates and education to clinical staff and Medical Officers
  • Chair and coordinate the Infection Control and Antimicrobial Stewardship Committees
  • Conduct data collection, surveillance, and mandatory reporting to health authorities
  • Respond to infectious outbreaks and provide expert guidance
  • Audit compliance and recommend improvements for adherence to infection control standards
  • Maintain and manage staff vaccination records and administer vaccinations
  • Deliver infection control training and participate in staff orientation
  • Support hospital accreditation, continuous quality improvement initiatives and achievement of ACHS accreditation
  • Serve as a key resource and subject matter expert in infection prevention and control, fostering strong partnerships with Department Managers and the Health, Safety, and Wellbeing (HSW) Coordinator
  • Collaborate with Department Managers on infection prevention and control matters, including KPI monitoring, policy development, auditing processes, and staff training and development
  • Engage, if possible, with external regional Infection Prevention and Control Committees (e.g., NSW Health, HSP National IFC Working Party) to contribute to broader public health initiatives and stay informed on best practices

What We're Looking For:Essential Criteria:
  • Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1)
  • Minimum 4 years of clinical nursing experience
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in infection control
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to build effective relationships across departments
  • Proficiency in report writing, data analysis, and auditing
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks, set clear objectives, and develop actionable plans to meet organisational performance goals
  • Knowledge of the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards
  • Intermediate computer skills
Desirable Criteria:
  • Immunisation Certificate (or working towards)
  • Post Graduate Infection Prevention and Control qualification (or working towards)
Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're a proactive leader with a passion for infection prevention and a commitment to excellence in healthcare, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a hospital that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Joining us opens the door to endless opportunities. We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development, specialisation and education, and support our people to grow and flourish.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

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